The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON)
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Bolton station (BON) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and coach for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 17 km
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47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y06015 | On time 05:08 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h14 | 05:22 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05761 | On time 05:52 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h15 | 06:07 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02242 | On time 06:06 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h14 | 06:20 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02239 | On time 06:36 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h17 | 06:53 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02238 | On time 07:06 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h15 | 07:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
W50778 | On time 07:27 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h22 | 07:49 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 13m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 22:49 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Bolton station (BON) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bolton station (BON) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bolton station (BON), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Bolton station (BON)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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